The Handbook of Easy Languages in Europe describes what Easy Language is and how it is used in
European countries. It demonstrates the great diversity of actors instruments and outcomes
related to Easy Language throughout Europe. All people despite their limitations have an
equal right to information inclusion and social participation. This results in requirements
for understandable language. The notion of Easy Language refers to modified forms of standard
languages that aim to facilitate reading and language comprehension. This handbook describes
the historical background the principles and the practices of Easy Language in 21 European
countries. Its topics include terminological definitions legal status stakeholders target
groups guidelines practical outcomes education research and a reflection on future
perspectives related to Easy Language in each country.Written in an academic yet interesting
and understandable style this Handbook of Easy Languages in Europe aims to find a wide
audience.
